This class is designed to help investors focus on their goals, to recognize the potential risks and rewards of different investments, to teach some basic information about different asset types, and to help match individual goals to investment choices. Also, we review useful information sources.
Seating is limited and is on a first come, first seated basis.

Learn how to create a slideshow presentation using Google Docs. Topics include creating and editing slides, inserting images, drawings, videos, and running your slideshow.
Online Advance Registration
Seating is at 3:10 p.m. for those who have registered for the class. Please arrive early - you will not be admitted once the class has started.
Arriving late forfeits your seat. Stand-bys will be accepted if registered participants are not present at the beginning of the event.

Among the many treasures in The Dorot Jewish Division collection is a 13th-century manuscript of the Samaritan Pentateuch. Using this remarkable volume as a starting point, this presentation will provide an introduction to the history, literature, and culture of the Samaritan community and suggest resources for further exploration.

Learn and explore some of the most popular online social networks, including Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter.
Online Advance Registration
Seating is at 3:10 p.m. for those who have registered for the class. Please arrive early - you will not be admitted once the class has started.
Arriving late forfeits your seat. Stand-bys will be accepted if registered participants are not present at the beginning of the event.

This hands-on class demonstrates the Bloomberg menu driven system. The class will learn search methods for information on companies, and how to find securities that match investors’ criteria. Also, we will retrieve some market and economic data available on Bloomberg.
Seating is limited and is on a first come, first seated basis.

Are you a fan of vintage knitting, crochet, sewing, and embroidery patterns? Do you want to discover new inspiration for your needlework? In this free class, crafty librarian Jessica Pigza shares tips on finding just the right books, magazines, and digital collections at the Library to inform and inspire you in your own stitchery creations.
This is a single-session class, but will be offered once more this summer: August 16, 2011: 6:30pm to 7:30pm.
(If you're into all things handmade, you may a…

This class is designed to help investors focus on their goals, to recognize the potential risks and rewards of different investments, to teach some basic information about different asset types, and to help match individual goals to investment choices. Also, we review useful information sources. Seating is limited and is on a first come, first seated basis.

Electronic books, audio books, music files, and videos - a wealth of resources is available from the Library's web site. Learn how to check-out ebooks for your e-reader or music for your audio player. All is free with your library card!

One part workshop, one part building tour, this orientation will cover how to get a library card, how to use NYPL’s online catalog and databases, and where in the building to find what you’re looking for. Emphasis will be on using the research collections specific to the building, but anyone interested in using NYPL libraries is welcome.

Are you a 40+ job seeker? WorkSearch is an online system which provides links to job openings, skills assessment tools, and training programs at no cost to individuals.
After taking the orientation, WorkSearch is accessible to registrants through the Internet, or through Library computers.
Attendees will be shown how to download the information to a USB flash drive(Bring your own USB drive)
Space is limited. No advance registration required- First come, first seated.
Seating is not g…

This class will concentrate on the the use of the NYPL Online Catalog and of WorldCat, an online catalog of materials held in libraries worldwide. Effort will be made to focus on the specific needs of the class, so bring your current research projects!

Learn how to create a slideshow presentation using Microsoft PowerPoint 2003. Topics include creating and editing slides, inserting images and clipart, and running your slideshow.
Online Advance Registration
Seating is at 3:10 p.m. for those who have registered for the class. Please arrive early - you will not be admitted once the class has started.
Arriving late forfeits your seat. Stand-bys will be accepted if registered participants are not present at the beginning of the event.

Introduction to Bonds and to the best of SIBL’s print and electronic resources for researching bonds and bond mutual funds. Other public web sites are introduced. Seating is limited and is on a first come, first seated basis.

Are you a 40+ job seeker? WorkSearch is an online system which provides links to job openings, skills assessment tools, and training programs at no cost to individuals.
After taking the orientation, WorkSearch is accessible to registrants through the Internet, or through Library computers.
Attendees will be shown how to download the information to a USB flash drive(Bring your own USB drive)
Space is limited. No advance registration required- First come, first seated.
Seating is not g…

Demonstrates where and how to find financial statements for any public company. Introduces and demonstrates the ratios most frequently used to interpret financial statements. Seating is limited and is on a first come, first seated basis.

Learn how to create a word processing document using Google Docs. Topics include entering and editing text, saving files, formatting, and inserting images, links, and comments. An E-mail account is required in order to participate in this class. Online Advance Registration
Seating is at 3:10 p.m. for those who have registered for the class. Please arrive early - you will not be admitted once the class has started.
Arriving late forfeits your seat. Stand-bys will be accepted if registered par…

We will retrieve important information on individual stocks and mutual funds, including analysts’ reports and opinions, and demonstrate the advanced search capabilities of each database. Join us to learn how to turn an investment concept into a short list of potential investments. Seating is limited and is on a first come, first seated basis.

This hands-on workshop offers a quick introduction to Zotero, a free bibliographic tool that resides in your Firefox browser and helps you gather, manage, analyze, and share your resources. Learn the basic functionality of the program as well as how to integrate your Zotero library with word-processing software for footnotes and bibliographies. A basic knowledge of web-based research tools and resources is suggested.

Are you a fan of vintage knitting, crochet, sewing, and embroidery patterns? Do you want to discover new inspiration for your needlework? In this free class, crafty librarian Jessica Pigza shares tips on finding just the right books, magazines, and digital collections at the Library to inform and inspire you in your own stitchery creations.
This is a single-session class, but will be offered once more this summer: July 30, 2011: 11:00am to 12:00noon.
(If you're into all things handmade, you may…

Are you a 40+ job seeker? WorkSearch is an online system which provides links to job openings, skills assessment tools, and training programs at no cost to individuals.
After taking the orientation, WorkSearch is accessible to registrants through the Internet, or through Library computers.
Attendees will be shown how to download the information to a USB flash drive(Bring your own USB drive)
Space is limited. No advance registration required- First come, first seated.
Seating is not g…

Where will the money come from! This class describes a variety of tax advantaged accounts that individuals can set up to help them acquire the nest egg necessary for retirement and/or college bound children. Seating is limited and is on a first come, first seated basis.

Learn the basics of working with spreadsheets using Google Docs. Topics include entering data and formulas, moving and copying data, formatting and print previewing worksheets. An E-mail account is required in order to participate in this class. Online Advance Registration
Seating is at 3:10 p.m. for those who have registered for the class. Please arrive early - you will not be admitted once the class has started.
Arriving late forfeits your seat. Stand-bys will be accepted if registered par…

Learn the basic features of Microsoft Word 2003, a word processing program you can use to create documents. Topics include entering and editing text, saving files, and formatting.
Online Advance Registration
Seating is at 3:10 p.m. for those who have registered for the class. Please arrive early - you will not be admitted once the class has started.
Arriving late forfeits your seat. Stand-bys will be accepted if registered participants are not present at the beginning of the event.

Are you a fan of origami, paper sculpture, and handmade books? Would you like to learn how to find more resources on these paper arts and more? In this free class, crafty librarian Jessica Pigza shares tips on finding just the right books, magazines, and digital collections at the Library to inform and inspire you in your own paper-based handmade work.
Note: This is a single-session class, but it will be offered once again this summer: July 26, 2011: 6:30pm to 7:30pm.
(If you're a fan of all…

This hands-on class demonstrates the Bloomberg menu driven system. The class will learn search methods for information on companies, and how to find securities that match investors’ criteria. Also, we will retrieve some market and economic data available on Bloomberg.
Seating is limited and is on a first come, first seated basis.

Introduces basic investment terms and concepts such as risk and reward, IPO’s, p/e ratios, and relative p/e ratios. Ways to approach the investment decision and alternative stock investments such as mutual funds and ETF’s are discussed.
Seating is limited and is on a first come, first seated basis.

Are you a 40+ job seeker? WorkSearch is an online system which provides links to job openings, skills assessment tools, and training programs at no cost to individuals.
After taking the orientation, WorkSearch is accessible to registrants through the Internet, or through Library computers.
Attendees will be shown how to download the information to a USB flash drive(Bring your own USB drive)
Space is limited. No advance registration required- First come, first seated.
Seating is not g…

Learn how to create a slideshow presentation using Google Docs. Topics include creating and editing slides, inserting images, drawings, videos, and running your slideshow. An E-mail account is required in order to participate in this class.
Online Advance Registration
Seating is at 3:10 p.m. for those who have registered for the class. Please arrive early - you will not be admitted once the class has started.
Arriving late forfeits your seat. Stand-bys will be accepted if registered particip…

Learn and explore some of the most popular online social networks, including Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter.
Online Advance Registration
Seating is at 3:10 p.m. for those who have registered for the class. Please arrive early - you will not be admitted once the class has started.
Arriving late forfeits your seat. Stand-bys will be accepted if registered participants are not present at the beginning of the event.